“The Trial” is a six-episode documentary series that delves into the extraordinary journey of Sebastião Gaspar Domingos and his Entourage (ELA), as they explore the pre- and post-trial process of the 56 Angolan political prisoners and their tireless fight for Angola’s independence from Portuguese colonial rule.

The series begins by exploring the roots of resistance, revealing the historical context and the social and economic inequalities that motivated these visionary leaders to challenge the status quo.